Kanye West’s Yeezus is an album that defies convention, pushing the boundaries of genre, lyricism and sound. Released in 2013, it marked a radical departure from the lush, maximalist production of My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy and the soul-sampling warmth of 2004’s The College Dropout. Instead, Yeezus embraces harsh, industrial beats, minimalist aesthetics,and abrasive, confrontational themes. It’s polarising, intentionally provocative and raw in a way that no other Kanye West album had b...

Released in 1987, Sign O’ The Times came at a pivotal moment in Prince's career, following the dissolution of his band, The Revolution, and several ambitious, unrealised projects. Despite the turbulence, Prince created a record that effortlessly spans genres — blending funk, rock, R&B, pop, and experimental sounds — while addressing personal, political, and spiritual themes with a fearless honesty.Featured songs:Sign O' The TimesStarfish And CoffeeThe Ballad Of Dorothy ParkerIf I Was Your...

This concept album not only solidified David Bowie’s status as a cultural icon, but also marked the zenith of glam rock, blending theatricality, innovation and profound storytelling in ways that were groundbreaking for its time. The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars is not merely an album; it is a cultural phenomenon that transcended music and challenged societal norms. Through the character of Ziggy Stardust, Bowie crafted a narrative that explores the complexities of...

Exile on Main St, released in 1972, is often considered The Stones’ magnum opus and one of the most defining moments in rock history. This sprawling double album captures the raw, gritty essence of the Stones at their most unrefined and authentic, blending rock, blues, country, gospel, and soul into a sound that is at once chaotic, triumphant, and deeply rooted in the American music tradition. Featured songs:Rocks OffTumbling DiceSweet VirginiaRip This JointHappyShine A Lightstevienix.com

Veedon Fleece stands as a deeply enigmatic and poetic masterpiece, arguably Van Morrison’s most profound work. While his earlier albums like Astral Weeks and Moondance are frequently hailed as his greatest achievements, Veedon Fleece offers something more intimate and mystically resonant.Featured songs:Fair PlayLinden Arden Stole The HighlightsStreets of ArklowYou Don’t Pull No Punches, But You Don’t Push the RiverBulbsCountry Fairwww.stevienix.com

Released in 1966, this double album marked a turning point in Dylan’s career, blending folk, rock and blues into a thin, wild mercury sound that was uniquely his own. Blonde on Blonde is rich in lyrical complexity and surreal imagery as Dylan pushed the boundaries of songwriting and captured the chaotic spirit of the era.Featured songs: Visions Of JohannaStuck Inside Of Mobile With The Memphis Blues AgainI Want YouJust Like A Woman4th Time AroundSad Eyed Lady Of The Lowlands